Keep the Kids Busy all Summer: A Guide to Calgary Summer Camps 2026
- Sarah R
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It’s finally summer! The sun is shining, the leaves are green, and the kids are out of school.
If you're trying to plan out Calgary summer camps for 2026, you're in the right place. While the kids are eagerly awaiting the long summer days of sleeping in and playing in the sun, it can be stressful for parents to figure out how to keep them busy. In this guide, we've done the hard work for you: rounding up the best summer camps in Calgary, complete with prices, age ranges, and registration links. Whether your child is a budding scientist, a nature lover, or an aspiring actor, there's something here for every kid, including one completely free option!
Summer Camp Roundup
While summer camps aren’t always the most affordable thing in the world. They can be a great source of joy and learning for children. In the summer camp roundup, we’ll go over some of the staple Calgary summer camps. Starting with the City of Calgary camps, the YMCA camps, and then closing out the summer camp roundup with the UCalgary camps. The City of Calgary recreational day camps are often among the most affordable, with the YMCA programs coming in a close second. The UCalgary summer camps offer a wide variety of educational camps to continue your child's learning while celebrating the summer. After deep-diving into each of these camps, we'll turn to some of the many unique summer camps offered around the city. Whether your child is a mini mad scientist or a nature-loving conservationist, there's a summer camp that's perfect for them! Read on to explore the amazing experiences available for your child this summer!
City of Calgary Recreational Day Camps
The municipal summer camps run from July to August each year. Each recreational facility offers a variety of fun and educational day camps, activities ranging from dance to volleyball, soccer, and even outdoor adventure camps. You can register your child for one of these camps during business hours at any city-operated aquatic & recreation or arts facility.
To find a camp near you, see our interactive map of the recreational centers offering summer camps. Note that not all centers are offering all of the programs; see the website for the most up-to-date information.
Not pictured on the map are the sailing camps that are offered at the Glenmore Sailing Facility and the golf camps that are offered at the McCall Lake Golf Course.
How to navigate finding a summer camp for your child?
Go to the City of Calgary website
See the different types of day camps available
Pick the one that interests your child
It will take you to another website
It will list the days, time(s), and location(s) of that camp
Prices range from $250-$290 depending on the camp.
YMCA Summer Camps
The YMCA offers fun and educational day camps. Whether your child is looking to hone their acting skills in drama camp or become the next Messi at soccer camp, YMCA has plenty of options. In addition to their day camps, their overnight camp, Camp Chief Hector, offers children the opportunity to learn valuable outdoor skills and connect with nature. 6–10-year-olds have the opportunity to attend Camp Chief Hector as a day camp, located approximately 55 minutes west of Calgary. Their day camps are offered at a variety of locations, which can be seen in the map below.
YMCA offers summer camps for age ranges from 4 to 15 in their own camp age groups.
To register, see the YMCA day camp page.
Prices range from $250-$300 depending on the camp.
UCalgary Summer Camps
Does your child love learning? Are they generally curious and want to get a head start learning about the mysteries of the world? Well then, you may want to look at some of the summer camps offered by UCalgary. Their camps range from fun outdoor sports to exciting science camps, like their biomedical engineering camp! Mini-university camps allow children the opportunity to dive into topics they’re passionate about and have fun while learning!
To see the UCalgary summer camps with spots remaining, click here!
There are a variety of camps that are suitable for grades ranging from preschool to high school.
Prices range from $240 -$400 depending on the camp.
Summer Camp Speed Round
Here we’ll list some of the unique summer camp opportunities offered around Calgary. For more information, see their websites linked below.
For the kids who love animals and all things animal protection!
Offering camps for grades 1 to 7.
Camp fees range from $290-$345 depending on the camp.
For kids who love history and all things vintage!
Annual members and heritage club VIPs get 15% off all 2026 Summer Camps.
Prairie explorers camp (ages 6-7), time travelers camp (ages 10-13), home on the range camp (ages 12-15).
5-day camp $325, GST exempt.
4-day camp $260, GST exempt.
For kids and teens who want to explore storytelling, creativity, and self-expression.
Alexandra Writers' Centre Society (AWCS) offers youth summer writing camps in Calgary.
Prices range from $355-$385 for a weeklong camp.
For kids who want to experience life on the farm!
There are bus options available for pick-up and an optional snack & lunch add-on.
Prices increase with age, starting at $350 for the 4–6-year-old group.
For kids who want to explore nature and make art at the Leighton Art Centre.
Bus stops are available in Calgary.
Ages range from 6 to 14.
$355 per camper per week.
For kids who are interested in animals, nature, and conservation, day camps are offered for children ages 4-14.
Half camps for children ages 4-5.
Full-day camps for children ages 5-14.
5-day camps at $355 per week.
4-day camps at $268 per week.
For kids who are passionate about science and love the idea of making their own robot!
Various locations in the North and South ends of Calgary.
Free before and after camp care starting at 8:30 am and ending at 4:30 pm.
Prices range from $195- $430 depending on the program.
For kids who want to have fun, explore the city, and learn about the history of the land!
Complimentary before and after care (8–9 am and 4–5 pm).
Catered bag lunches from Spolumbo’s are available for an additional cost of $90/five-day camp and $73/four-day camp.
$335–$360/five-day week and $268/four-day week.
⭐ Free Calgary Summer Camp: Manchester Kids Club 2026
And last but not least, the 2026 Manchester Kids Club Summer Edition. The Manchester community partnered with the Further Education Society of Alberta and the City of Calgary Social Work Program to offer this free 4-day summer program, with fun activities, games, and crafts. Children must bring their own water bottles, snacks, and lunch. Running from July 27-30 (4 days), 9:30 am to 3:00 pm at the Manchester Community Space. Open to ages 5-12 years old. Limited space available, with priority going to Manchester families who can attend all 4 days. The last day to sign up is July 13. Email christine.lee2@calgary.ca to register by July 6!
Make sure to bookmark this page and check back when searching for summer camps!
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